As well as designing the overhead line equipment and power systems, Atkins and Parsons Brinckerhoff will also carry out modifications of platforms and bridges and track lowering.

Darren Reed, head of rail UK/Europe at Parsons Brinckerhoff, said: “The combined strength of Atkins and Parsons Brinckerhoff creates a market leading electrification design and engineering capability – and it is an area in which we both continue to invest heavily to meet future anticipated industry demand.”